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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LB05 NZUMOT history

LB05 NZU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,453 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2025
Mileage
91,453 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,164 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 NZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 NZU was last recorded at 91,453 miles on 17 Jun 2024, 6,137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,316 miles · 22 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
6,137 miles
Average per year
5,164 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,453 miles
  • 2023 – 85,316 miles
  • 2022 – 75,751 miles
  • 2021 – 65,792 miles
  • 2020 – 65,087 miles
  • 2019 – 63,113 miles
  • 2018 – 55,379 miles
  • 2017 – 48,266 miles
  • 2016 – 39,578 miles
  • 2015 – 32,248 miles
  • 2014 – 23,014 miles
  • 2013 – 20,909 miles
  • 2012 – 19,363 miles
  • 2011 – 16,770 miles
  • 2010 – 14,495 miles
  • 2009 – 11,789 miles
  • 2008 – 9,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,453 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,453 miles (+6,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,453 miles
    Test number
    734716066998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass85,316 miles (+9,565)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,316 miles
    Test number
    286270923762
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass75,751 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    75,751 miles
    Test number
    191601748865
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail75,751 miles (+9,959)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,751 miles
    Test number
    358829488494
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass65,792 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    65,792 miles
    Test number
    611918705312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail65,792 miles (+705)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,792 miles
    Test number
    783645720444
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass65,087 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    65,087 miles
    Test number
    703203558768
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail65,087 miles (+1,974)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,087 miles
    Test number
    290573015248
    • DangerousReversing light remains on when not in reverse
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass63,113 miles (+7,734)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,113 miles
    Test number
    634048148459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    55,379 miles
    Test number
    791647443160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,379 miles (+7,113)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,379 miles
    Test number
    294048133862
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass48,266 miles (+8,688)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,266 miles
    Test number
    269507044058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass39,578 miles (+7,330)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,578 miles
    Test number
    671576659145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,248 miles (+9,234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    32,248 miles
    Test number
    277503465179
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass23,014 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    23,014 miles
    Test number
    208468644127
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Fail23,014 miles (+2,105)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,014 miles
    Test number
    586558844128
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass20,909 miles (+1,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    20,909 miles
    Test number
    738672083176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  18. Pass19,363 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    19,363 miles
    Test number
    179031082197
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/S mirror repeater damaged but working

  19. Fail19,363 miles (+2,593)4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,363 miles
    Test number
    235191382181
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/S mirror repeater damaged but working

  20. Pass16,770 miles (+2,275)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,770 miles
    Test number
    537440881154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,495 miles (+2,706)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    14,495 miles
    Test number
    473396180120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,789 miles (+2,756)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    11,789 miles
    Test number
    503712389129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    9,033 miles
    Test number
    124873288142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 NZU

Does LB05 NZU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 NZU expired on 5 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 NZU?
The MOT on LB05 NZU expired on 5 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 NZU done?
LB05 NZU was recorded at 91,453 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2024, an average of 5,164 miles a year.
Has LB05 NZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 NZU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 NZU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 NZU find?
LB05 NZU passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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